Guest guest Posted April 28, 2006 Report Share Posted April 28, 2006 SMART - Goal Setting One of the essential strengths of successful leadership, professional as well as personal, is the ability to set and achieve goals effectively. Many leaders know they need to have goals to reach their maximum potential however, as they are often not sure how to start the process and stay on track......they never start! (,saibabanews,,,saivision (AT) (DOT) c om,-owner,SaiForum) Goal setting is both art and science in equal parts. And a great way to create good goals that work & keep you on track is called 'SMART Goal Setting'. The acronym SMART will help you to remember the things that each goal needs to be: S. M. A. R. T. 1. Specific: Your goal needs to be stated in a way that is clearly defined. That means that saying, I should work more ……. is too vague …and not necessarily likely to be kept. However, saying, I am going to work a total of 8 hours each day, is a goal that is much clearer and specific. 2. Measurable: This is closely related to the above attribute except that it also includes a way to make sure you are on track. A goal that says, I want to make more money, is not measurable. However, a goal that says, I want to earn £6000/month, is a far more measurable goal. It is easy to see at the end of the month whether you have achieved it or not. 3. Actionable: This means that your goal should be something that you need to do yourself in order to accomplish it. If you want to increase your income this year….. it is not realistic to say, I am going to increase my income by winning the lottery this year, because you have no control over whether you will win the lottery or not! However if you say, I am going to increase my sales efforts by cold calling 10 people each day, it is very much something you can take action on yourself. 4. Realistic: Goals that are actually achievable are much better and far more motivating. You will feel better about yourself when you do hit the goals....than if constantly shoot for them and fall short. Realistic goals should not be so easy that you hit them every single time but at the same time should not be so hard that you never reach them at all! 5. Time-oriented: Similar to the measurable attribute, your goal should have a time frame for you to accomplish it in. If you anchor your goal to a timescale….you will be able to monitor your progress. Deadlines help people achieve their goals. So whenever setting goals, remembering the acronym, SMART.... & following its principles will help us to create achievable & measurable goals for ourselves. Remember also that although this is a popular goal - setting acronym in business, the words may also be changed slightly to reflect the needs of the business, as appropriate. Remain Blessed! Duty is God, Work is Worship Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 29, 2006 Report Share Posted April 29, 2006 Excellent series of articles - they are very useful. Thank you & bless you! Sairam. Sonia MadhviSai (AT) aol (DOT) com wrote: SMART - Goal Setting One of the essential strengths of successful leadership, professional as well as personal, is the ability to set and achieve goals effectively. Many leaders know they need to have goals to reach their maximum potential however, as they are often not sure how to start the process and stay on track......they never start! Goal setting is both art and science in equal parts. And a great way to create good goals that work & keep you on track is called 'SMART Goal Setting'. The acronym SMART will help you to remember the things that each goal needs to be: S. M. A. R. T. 1. Specific: Your goal needs to be stated in a way that is clearly defined. That means that saying, I should work more ……. is too vague …and not necessarily likely to be kept. However, saying, I am going to work a total of 8 hours each day, is a goal that is much clearer and specific. 2. Measurable: This is closely related to the above attribute except that it also includes a way to make sure you are on track. A goal that says, I want to make more money, is not measurable. However, a goal that says, I want to earn £6000/month, is a far more measurable goal. It is easy to see at the end of the month whether you have achieved it or not. 3. Actionable: This means that your goal should be something that you need to do yourself in order to accomplish it. If you want to increase your income this year….. it is not realistic to say, I am going to increase my income by winning the lottery this year, because you have no control over whether you will win the lottery or not! However if you say, I am going to increase my sales efforts by cold calling 10 people each day, it is very much something you can take action on yourself. 4. Realistic: Goals that are actually achievable are much better and far more motivating. You will feel better about yourself when you do hit the goals....than if constantly shoot for them and fall short. Realistic goals should not be so easy that you hit them every single time but at the same time should not be so hard that you never reach them at all! 5. Time-oriented: Similar to the measurable attribute, your goal should have a time frame for you to accomplish it in. If you anchor your goal to a timescale….you will be able to monitor your progress. Deadlines help people achieve their goals. So whenever setting goals, remembering the acronym, SMART.... & following its principles will help us to create achievable & measurable goals for ourselves. Remember also that although this is a popular goal - setting acronym in business, the words may also be changed slightly to reflect the needs of the business, as appropriate. Remain Blessed! Duty is God, Work is Worship Related Link: 1. Sai Baba News & pictures: http://www..com/saidailynews.htm 2. Wallpapers: http://www..com/sai_baba_wallpapers_index.htm 3. Greeting & Prayer Free E-Cards: http://www..com/saibaba_free_greeting_card.htm Post your message to group: Religion and spirituality Visit your group "" on the web. New Messenger with Voice. Call regular phones from your PC and save big. New Messenger with Voice. Call regular phones from your PC and save big. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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